Project Engineer (Capability Enhancement Team Lead)

Job Description
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Location:
RAAF Base Edinburgh
Category:
Engineering / Technical
Position Type:
Permanent
Job Reference:
BOE/1903658
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The Opportunity
BDA are seeking a Project Engineering Specialist (Capability Enhancement Team Lead) who is ready to make an impact on a world-class maritime surveillance and response platform?
As a highly skilled Project Engineer you will apply your extensive engineering knowledge, project management skills and leadership ability to guide the multi-disciplined Capability Enhancement Team in the efficient and effective delivery of a portfolio of engineering changes

• Lead a team consisting of design engineering personnel to meet P-8A Enterprise objectives.
• Lead integration and collaboration of stakeholders, services and products from various Programs in BDA, ADF, US Navy, and The Boeing Company.

This role reports to the RAAF P-8 Engineering Services Manager and is also responsive to the Program Manager of the RAAF P-8 Contract for the delivery of engineering personnel, products and services required by RAAF P-8 program & associated organic growth opportunities.
Why this role matters

• Play a vital role in safeguarding Australia's maritime security by designing, upgrading and sustaining the P-8A fleet.
• Be at the forefront of multiple advanced capability upgrades coming to the platform over the next several years.
• Work in a dynamic, mission-focused environment supporting real operational outcomes for Defence.

What you'll be doing

• Provide leadership to a team representing multiple skill areas, which may include internal and external resources and customers.
• Project manage all changes within the scope of the Capability Enhancement Team.
• Act as the main customer interface to ensure that engineering and technical requirements are adequately understood and engineering status on project deliverables are communicated.
• Lead project execution to complete the work statement.
• Plan, identify and coordinate resources required over the life of the projects and assign responsibility for activities to team members whilst ensuring technical correctness and consistency of products and services.
• Leverage existing and create new networks to ensure knowledge and experience within The Boeing Company is utilised to expedite desired outcomes.

Who we're looking for

• Minimum of 10 years' experience in complex technical development and integration projects.
• Strong understanding of Project Engineering principles and application of techniques.
• Strong understanding of Systems Engineering principles and lifecycle management.
• Experience developing and executing against key Project Engineering and Systems Engineering artefacts including Systems Engineering Management Plan and Verification and Validation Plan.

Security requirement

• Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet defence security requirements.

Location

• The role is based at RAAF Edinburgh.

Built on Boeing values - your everyday guide

• Safety & Quality: Prioritise safety and deliver robust, reliable designs that Defence trusts.
• Trust: Operate with integrity, transparency and an unwavering commitment to customer priorities.
• People Focus: Thrive in a collaborative culture that values respect, mentoring and teamwork.
• Ownership: Take pride in your work and be accountable for delivering excellence across the lifecycle.
• Innovation: Bring curiosity and creativity to turn technical challenges into capability advantage.

What's in it for you

• A competitive salary and annual bonus.
• Join an inclusive team where your expertise helps protect the nation.
• Work on high-visibility upgrades and sustainment programs - continuous learning and career growth.
• Be part of a company that invests in talent and provides opportunities to expand responsibility and capability.

Ready to take your career to new heights? If you're excited to make a real difference and meet the requirements above, we want to hear from you. Click Apply Now to join Boeing and help shape the future of Australia's P-8A Poseidon capability.
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